EMA - 2024 F550 Service Body

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for procuring a specialized service body for a 2024 Ford F-550 chassis. The specific procurement is for one Knapheide KUVcc Body KC132H2094 or an equivalent service body with precise specifications, including a white-colored, 14-gauge galvanized steel construction measuring 133.25" length x 94" width x 90" height. The service body must include comprehensive features such as a quiet on-board generator, roof heat/AC unit, interior workstation, multiple storage compartments, LED lighting, rear camera system, and a Class V hitch. All equipment must be new, unused, and include the manufacturer's standard warranty. The project has a defined completion deadline of June 30, 2025, with the agency willing to transport the vehicle to/from the vendor's location within 150 miles of Springfield, IL. While the RFQ specifies a brand name, equivalent submissions will be considered if they meet the intended use requirements, with the bidder bearing the burden of proving equivalency. The proposal is due by March 4, 2025, with the opportunity formally posted on February 25, 2025.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. However, the attached Standard Illinois Certifications document indicates that vendors must comply with 33 specific certification requirements covering areas such as financial obligations, ethical conduct, legal compliance, and operational standards. These certifications include provisions for equal employment opportunity, domestic product sourcing, and compliance with various state regulations. Vendors must certify annually by January 1 if the contract extends beyond one year, and failure to meet these certifications could result in contract voidance, suspension, debarment, or potential penalties. While no specific budget range is mentioned in the documents, the procurement appears to be for a specialized service vehicle with comprehensive equipment and features. The vendor must be capable of meeting detailed technical specifications and will be subject to rigorous compliance checks, including potential verification of certifications related to financial standing, environmental compliance, and ethical business practices.